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Bovichtus angustifrons Regan, 1913 |
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photo by
Groeneveld, R. |
| Family: | Bovichtidae (Thornfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 28 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Indo-West Pacific: southern Australia. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-19; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 18-18. Caudal fin rounded (Ref. 9002). Variable pale brown with light and dark brown to red spots and blotches (Ref. 9002). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits shallow rocky reefs, including rock pools and under jetties on pylons (Ref. 9002). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||